SpaceX · 3 hours ago
Test Stand Maintenance Technician
McGregor, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The Test Stand Maintenance Technician role involves participating in the maintenance and improvement of fluid and mechanical systems for testing rocket engines, ensuring their functionality through preventive and corrective maintenance.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Modify and maintain test stands and ground support equipment that support testing of fully integrated flight vehicles, individual rocket engines, and various rocket components
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair hardware associated with rocket test stand systems, typically part of fluid, structural, and mechanical subsystems
Maintain structural/mechanical systems and related components such as rollers, bearings, rams, etc
Maintain fluid systems and related components such as process piping, pumps, valves, filters, etc
Collaborate with design and operations engineers to maintain systems in peak operating condition, provide feedback on designs and operations, and promote continual improvement of ground support equipment
Develop novel methods to streamline and increase the reliability of internal processes across the entire test site
Follow all regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, and other standards
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, cryogenic, high-pressure gas, or data systems
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced, challenging work environment
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take individual initiative, and communicate effectively with peers, leadership, and customers
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand
Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 300 ft.) with proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
Must be able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required
Must be able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed, including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc
Must be able to travel to other SpaceX locations as needed (up to 25% of work time)
Working conditions may be in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is required
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
5+ years of experience working as a maintenance technician, service technician, field service engineer, or mechanic
Strong familiarity with schematics/diagrams for fluid routing, instrumentation, and electrical components
Experience working in a fast-paced production environment with power generation, oil, gas, aerospace, automotive, or electronics
Knowledge of vacuum systems, HVAC systems, process piping inspections/operations, tubing and pipe fittings, rotating machinery (pumps, air compressors), and a wide variety of mechanical fasteners
Knowledge of high-pressure gas, hydraulic, cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, and pyrophoric systems
Experience with heavy equipment or industrial operations and maintenance
Experience in equipment maintenance and calibration, instrumentation troubleshooting, process controls, and data and control systems
Operational knowledge of process instrumentation (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, load cells, flow meters, etc.)
Operational knowledge of basic electrical theory and electrical troubleshooting (multi-meter fault finding, soldering/connecting, operation of various crimping tools, etc.)
Experience with CMMS or ERP systems such as Maximo, SAP, Oracle, etc
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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